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joe

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The nurse is providing an educational activity on common over-the-counter medications to a group of school nurses.
 
  The nurse asks the group, What finding would you most likely see in a child who was given a therapeutic dose of a first-generation antihistamine? a. Hyperactivity
  b. Nausea and vomiting
  c. Sedation
  d. Rhinitis

Question 2

When teaching a patient about iron replacement therapy, which statement would indicate an accurate understanding of the therapy?
 
  a. I will probably start having stomach upset after taking iron for a few months.
  b. If I notice black stools, I will need to notify my doctor immediately.
  c. I need to space the doses of iron evenly throughout the day.
  d. Taking iron with antacids will reduce gastric symptoms and improve absorption.



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Answer to Question 1

C
The first-generation antihistamines are highly sedating, and even at therapeutic doses may cause central nervous system (CNS) depression.
Hyperactivity may be seen with overdose or high levels of the medication in children.
Nausea and vomiting would not typically be seen after administration of an antihistamine.
Rhinitis should be diminished after administration of an antihistamine.

Answer to Question 2

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